Core i5-14600K vs Core Ultra 5 245HX
Core i5-14600K
Core Ultra 5 245HX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-14600K
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 5 245HX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-14600K | Core Ultra 5 245HX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($275) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-HX (2025) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-14600K | Core Ultra 5 245HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($275) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-14600K and Core Ultra 5 245HX
Core i5-14600K
The Core i5-14600K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 17 October 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 38,579 points. Launch price was $319.
Core Ultra 5 245HX
The Core Ultra 5 245HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 13 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Arrow Lake-HX (2025) architecture. It features 14 cores and 14 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2114. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 39,605 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
The Core i5-14600K packs 14 cores / 20 threads, matching the Core Ultra 5 245HX's 14 cores. Boost clocks reach 5.3 GHz on the Core i5-14600K versus 5.1 GHz on the Core Ultra 5 245HX — a 3.8% clock advantage for the Core i5-14600K (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Core i5-14600K uses the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Core Ultra 5 245HX uses Arrow Lake-HX (2025) (3 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-14600K scores 38,579 against the Core Ultra 5 245HX's 39,605 — a 2.6% lead for the Core Ultra 5 245HX. Both processors carry 24 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core i5-14600K | Core Ultra 5 245HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 14 / 20 | 14 / 14 |
| Boost Clock | 5.3 GHz+4% | 5.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+13% | 3.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB (total) | 24 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 3 MB (per core)+50% |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 3 nm-57% |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) | Arrow Lake-HX (2025) |
| PassMark | 38,579 | 39,605+3% |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-14600K uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core Ultra 5 245HX uses FCBGA2114 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the Core i5-14600K versus 6400 on the Core Ultra 5 245HX — the Core Ultra 5 245HX supports 13.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core Ultra 5 245HX supports up to 256 of RAM compared to 192 — 28.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i5-14600K) vs 24 (Core Ultra 5 245HX) — the Core Ultra 5 245HX offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z790,B760 (Core i5-14600K) and Arrow Lake-HX (Core Ultra 5 245HX).
| Feature | Core i5-14600K | Core Ultra 5 245HX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | FCBGA2114 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5600 | 6400+14% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 | 256+33% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 24+20% |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics 770 (Core i5-14600K) and Intel Arc Xe-LPG Graphics (Core Ultra 5 245HX) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i5-14600K rivals Ryzen 7 7800X3D; Core Ultra 5 245HX rivals Ryzen 7 8845HS.
| Feature | Core i5-14600K | Core Ultra 5 245HX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Intel Arc Xe-LPG Graphics |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
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